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Clinical Briefs
In this section: recognizing signs of binge eating disorder; a closer look an antisocial behavioral problems; and treating sickle cell pain.
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Desmopressin Acetate Nasal Spray (Noctiva)
Desmopressin nasal spray is indicated for the treatment of nocturia due to nocturnal polyuria in adults who awaken at least twice per night to void.
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Polyneuropathy in the Metabolic Syndrome
The metabolic syndrome, independent of the diagnosis of diabetes, is associated with the development of polyneuropathy.
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Pioglitazone Improves Fibrosis Scores in Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis Patients With and Without Diabetes
In a meta-analysis of eight studies (five pioglitazone, three rosiglitazone) involving 516 patients with biopsy-proven nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, pioglitazone was found to improve fibrosis between six and 24 months.
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Can Magnesium Cure Nocturnal Leg Cramps?
A small randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial demonstrated that oral magnesium oxide was not superior to placebo for older adults suffering from nocturnal leg cramps.
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Screening, Anticipatory Guidance Needed to Address Teen Sexual Assault
Teens are more likely to delay medical care and less likely to press charges.
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Minimally Invasive Uterine Fibroid Treatment Underutilized
Use rates particularly low in small and rural hospitals, according to a recent report.
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More Research Needed on Benefits, Harms of Screening Pelvic Exams
According to one expert: “At this time, there simply is not enough evidence to determine the benefits and harms of using pelvic exams to screen for conditions other than cervical cancer, chlamydia, and gonorrhea.”
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Check Birth Control Start After Ulipristal Acetate
Results of recent study lead manufacturer of important drug to update its recommendations.
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New Estimates Show Drop in Annual HIV Infections
Still, much work remains as agencies push for wider access to key resources.